Voice Peering
History of Voice Peering
Usage volumes and expenses have significantly increased within the telecom industry while voice ARPU (average revenue per user) has dropped or remained relatively flat over the past 10 years. Service providers have begun to focus on Voice Peering options to offset these costly network expenses in both the local and long distance arenas.
The primary benefit of Voice Peering is the reduction in significant variable expenses associated with the transit, egress, and access fees paid to intermediaries such as traditional LECs and IXCs. Voice Peering becomes highly desirable when a significant volume of traffic is exchanged between two providers, also referred as Communities of Interest (COINs). In local markets, transit costs are average $0.0150 per minute of use (MOU), but can range as high as $0.0500 or even greater.
Voice Peering can be implemented in many different ways, including the following:
• Direct TDM-to-TDM (Bill and Keep)
• Alternative Transit Providers
• VoIP Aggregators
Implementation of Voice Peering
A proven implementation process is required for successfully deploying Voice Peering. Serious cost overruns can arise unexpectedly when no clear strategy is in place to perform data gathering, analysis, and solution execution.
Connectiv Solutions believes there are a few fundamental steps required for successful implementation of Voice Peering. These steps include the following
1. Planning (Engineering and Financial metrics)
2. Negotiation
3. Implementation and Routing
4. Validation and Settlement
Impact of Voice Peering
If implemented correctly voice peering can make a dramatic impact to the bottom line and eliminate unnecessary network operating expenses. If implemented incorrectly millions of opportunity dollars can be wasted. The key is partnering with a company that not only understands the issue but has the key relationships with 3rd party alternative providers that will help navigate the landscape. Knowing the terminating rates of alternative providers (or non-LERG carriers), Connectiv Solutions will deliver actionable reports providing step-by-step instructions to maximize your savings initiative.
Connectiv Solutions’ Approach towards Voice Peering
Connectiv Solutions has revolutionized the way Service Providers access and interact with their usage data. We help customers develop, prioritize, and achieve their strategic objectives. Leveraging our network applications and industry connections, your teams will not be hampered by Voice Peering. Connectiv Solutions has successfully utilized its service provider relationships to introduce potential partners and execute agreements. From the initial discovery process through project validation, our teams are equipped to ensure your projects are delivered on time and within budget.
netCLARUS:
Connectiv Solutions’ answer to addressing Voice Peering is netCLARUS which provides simple and clear insight into all your Voice Peering opportunities. netCLARUS highlights communities of interest (COINs) at both a switch and national level so your teams will be equipped to make the right decisions the first time. With both financial and engineering metrics, teams will clearly understand the true cost of routing as well as the proper sizing required to support planning activities.
Vertical Markets • Mobile • Cable • CLEC • VOIP • Broadband • LD
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